Provide spa therapies

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver SIBBSPA503A, 'Provide spa therapies'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Provide spa therapies' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1

Manage spa therapies.

1.1

Consult with client in a polite and friendly manner to review client'sspa program plan.

1.2

Identify and record any variations to spa program plan.

1.3

Confirm updated plan with client.

1.4

Obtain written consent from client.

1.5

Direct client preparation for treatment, ensuring client's modesty and privacy at all times.

1.6

Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during spa treatments to reduce negative environmental impacts.

1.7

Ensure that service culture and ambience of the spa environment are maintained at each stage of the program according to workplace standards.

2

Provide wet room therapies.

2.1

Follow workplace safety procedures for designated wet areas and wear recommended personal protective clothing for nominated services according to workplace practice.

2.2

Select hydrotherapy equipment according to the spa program plan and set at correct temperature, following workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions.

2.3

Check that client's understanding of the hydrotherapy process is clear.

2.4

Use agreed treatment products nominated in the spa program plan.

2.5

Check client's comfort and wellbeing at regular intervals during the treatment, according to workplace procedures.

2.6

Recognise adverse reactions that occur during the treatment and take necessary action.

2.7

Ensure treatment is carried out according to workplace treatment time frames.

2.8

Assist client to safely vacate the hydrotherapy equipment at end of treatment, following workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions.

2.9

Confirm client satisfaction with the treatment and ensure client spa program plan is up-to-date, easy to read and complete.

3

Provide dry room therapies.

3.1

Provide dry room treatments from the workplace range according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions.

3.2

Use agreed body wrapping materialsand treatment products according to spa program plan.

3.3

Check that client's understanding of the treatment process is clear.

3.4

Prepare, apply and remove body wrapping materials and treatment products in accordance with manufacturer instructions.

3.5

Minimise waste and avoid soiling the surrounding area when using and applying body wrapping materials and treatment products.

3.6

Check client's comfort and wellbeing at regular intervals during the treatment, according to workplace procedures.

3.7

Recognise adverse reactions that occur during the treatment and take necessary action.

3.8

Ensure treatment is carried out according to workplace treatment time frames.

3.9

Confirm client satisfaction with the treatment and ensure client's spa program plan is up-to-date, easy to read and complete.

4

Follow post-treatment procedures.

4.1

Monitor the client in a relaxing environment according to workplace procedures.

4.2

Identify adverse effects and respond as required.

4.3

Apply post-treatment products as required.

4.4

Provide post-treatment care according to spa program plan, client needs and workplace procedures.

5

Advise on further treatments.

5.1

Evaluate the outcomes of the spa program and make recommendations for further treatments.

5.2

Advise client of suitable home-care products and appropriate lifestyle changes.

5.3

Explain and demonstrate product use as required.

5.4

Rebook client according to agreed spa program plan.


Qualifications and Skillsets

SIBBSPA503A appears in the following qualifications: